Mychael Havens

Mychael Havens serves as Facilities Operations Supervisor for Washington County, Oregon’s Facilities Agency, where he oversees the operational integrity and lifecycle management of county-owned infrastructure. In this primary procurement role, he directs acquisitions related to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, ensuring compliance with building codes, energy efficiency standards, and environmental regulations. His responsibilities include evaluating technical specifications, managing vendor performance, and coordinating with maintenance teams to align procurement decisions with facility operational needs. Havens plays a critical role in sustaining the agency’s mission to deliver safe, reliable, and modern public facilities through targeted infrastructure upgrades and preventive maintenance strategies. Havens maintains consistent relationships with merchant wholesalers specializing in commercial HVAC equipment and related components, partnering primarily with distributors who provide technical support, warranty services, and just-in-time delivery for critical system replacements. His procurement approach emphasizes vendor reliability, product certification, and after-sales service, fostering long-term partnerships with suppliers who demonstrate expertise in commercial-grade HVAC systems. He collaborates closely with facility engineers and maintenance staff to ensure procured equipment meets operational demands and integrates seamlessly with existing building automation systems. Havens’ contracting activity reflects a strict preference for open competition, with 100% of acquisitions conducted under non-set-aside procedures. He does not routinely utilize socioeconomic set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, instead prioritizing technical capability, product availability, and lifecycle cost performance. While small business participation is not a formal requirement in his procurement workflow, he remains open to qualified vendors of all sizes that meet stringent performance and compliance criteria. His procurement focus is exclusively centered on NAICS 423730, encompassing the procurement of warm air heating and air-conditioning equipment and supplies. This specialization includes chillers, boilers, rooftop units, ductwork, thermostats, and associated controls, requiring deep familiarity with ASHRAE standards, ENERGY STAR ratings, and refrigerant compliance. Havens’ technical expertise lies in selecting systems that optimize energy use, reduce long-term operational costs, and support the county’s sustainability and public safety objectives.